Softball Game Preview: Provo Bulldogs vs. Uintah Utes

Provo is 0-3 against Uintah since March of 2024 but things could change on Wednesday. The Bulldogs will be playing in front of their home fans against the Utes at 3:30 p.m. Provo has given up an average of 14.9 runs per game this season, but Wednesday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.

Tuesday just wasn't the day for Provo's offense. They came up short against Orem on Tuesday, falling 24-0. Having soared to a lofty 21 runs in the game before, the Bulldogs' shutout was a dramatic turnaround.

Meanwhile, Uintah never let their opponents score on Tuesday. Everything went their way against Mountain View as they made off with a 15-0 win. The victory continues a trend for the Utes in their matchups with the Bruins: they've now won eight in a row.

Ellie Lewis was a standout: she went 1-for-2 with one home run, four RBI, and two runs. Those four RBI gave her a new career-high. Rylee Miller was another key player, going 2-for-3 with one home run and four RBI.

Lewis wasn't the only one making solid contact: Uintah kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 11 hits. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now got at least eight hits in six consecutive matchups.

Uintah's win bumped their record up to 12-5. As for Provo, their defeat dropped their record down to 4-12.

Provo might still be hurting after the 18-2 loss they got from Uintah in their previous matchup back in March. Will the Bulldogs have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more softball content.